Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
brassii
ID:
516031

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 25: 114 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515363



Common Names

  • Brassii Aceratium
  • Brass' Aceratium
  • Brassii Orchid


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Description

Aceratium brassii (also called Brass's aceratium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to New Guinea. It is a small shrub with thick, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist forests, often in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aceratium brassii is an ornamental tree used in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful foliage and produces small yellow flowers in the spring. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aceratium brassii has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aceratium brassii is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Aceratium brassii

Aceratium brassii can be found in New Guinea.

Aceratium brassii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aceratium brassii?

Aceratium brassii

What is the common name of Aceratium brassii?

Brass's Maple

What is the natural habitat of Aceratium brassii?

Mountain forests in China

Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family

Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,

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